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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

Cheesy Taco Potatoes: Comfort Food with a Flavor Kick

Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a delicious blend of fluffy potatoes, seasoned beef, and cheesy toppings, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Poke holes to release steam while baking.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For crispy skin; can substitute with avocado oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be substituted with black beans or lentils.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Use a homemade blend for adjustable spice level.
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to mix in other cheeses.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a great alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Chives can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Add jalapeños for extra spice.
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Black Olives Omit if seeking a milder flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Parsley is a good substitute if needed.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • fork
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the russet potatoes under running water. Poke holes in each potato to allow steam to escape. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bake the prepared potatoes for 45-60 minutes until tender and fluffy inside, with crispy skin.
  4. While the potatoes bake, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drain fat and stir in taco seasoning, simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Once baked, remove potatoes and fluff the insides with a fork after slicing lengthwise.
  6. Fill each potato with seasoned beef and top with cheddar cheese. Return to the oven for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Add your favorite toppings like sour cream, green onions, diced tomatoes, olives, and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure potatoes are uniformly sized and do not overload them with filling. Reheat leftover potatoes in the oven or microwave.

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